Giant Schnauzer Breed Information

The Giant Schnauzer breed is a powerful and compact dog. It is intelligent, well-muscle, reliable and alert. The dog loves to be around his owner. An experienced trainer is required to handle this dominant breed. Proper socialization is needed to prevent him to bite children.

AKC Breed Group: Working.

Breed Weight: 55 - 80 lbs.

Breed Height: 23 - 28 inches.

Color(s): solid black or salt and pepper.

Coat: Outercoat is dense, hard, and wiry; undercoat is soft.

Characteristics and temperaments: The Giant Schnauzer breed is an intelligent, dominant, protective but loving and responsible dog. Properly trained, he can be a find pet. They can be somewhat reserved with strangers, but usually good with other household pets and other dogs.

Care: The dense coat should be combed and brushed regularly.

Training and activity: The dog requires ample of exercise to expend his energy. He seems tireless and can take as much exercise as you can give. Make sure you can satisfy this requirement before adopting a puppy. This breed can be dominant toward other dog. Socialization as a puppy is needed.